Barnes - Nairobi South Cemetery - Simon Vermont, born 1874, died 27 Jan 1937

Glimpses - EA Standard 20 May 1938 - His Worship the Mayor of Nairobi and Mrs Mortimer, members of the clergy of different denominations and a large and representative gathering were present at the official opening of the Vermont Memorial Hall, Kirk Road, Nairobi, by His Excellency the Governor yesterday morning. …….. His Excellency and Lady Brooke-Popham were welcomed by Mr E. Ruben, Chairman of the Committee and a Past President of the Hebrew Congregation. "Thanks to the generosity of the members of the Jewish community of Nairobi and in particular to the late Mr Simon Vermont after whom this Hall is named," said Mr Ruben, "this building has become possible ……… This Hall is intended primarily for the cultural and physical development of our community, but we welcome all peoples, irrespective of their faith."